Care of Children Flashcards
Coarctation of the aorta
Obstructive
Patent ductus arteriosus
Area between pulmonary artery and aorta remains open
Tetralogy of Fallot
Pulmonary stenosis, prevents blood from pumping from pulmonary artery
Tricuspid atresia
absence of tricuspid valve. decreased blood flow
Status Asthmaticus
Administer Humidified oxygen
Three nebulizer treatments
Pediculosis Capitis
Lice
Wash clothing bedding in hot water and detergent.
Place items unable to be laundered in plastic bag for 14 days
Strabismus Esotropia, Exotropia, CROSS EYES
Findings
Abnormal corneal light
Misaligned eyes
Frowning
Difficulty seeing print
One - Three Psychosocial
Ritualism! Maintain routine
Negative responses
Independence
Vanoco occlusive
Monitor I and O
Promote rest
Administer Oxygen
Too much milk in children can cause
Iron deficiency anemia
FLACC
2 months - 7 years
Numeric
5+
FACES
3+
Oucher
3-13 years
Methylphenidate
For ADHD
Administer on regular schedule
Acute Otitis Media
Tubes come out in 8-18 months
No head underwater
Drainage is expected
ICP S/S
Infants: High pitched cry, lethargy, vomiting, increased head circumference
Children: Headache, lethargy, nausea, seziures
Wilms Tumor
Painless firm abdominal tumor
Cardiac assesment and Urinary I and O
DO NOT PALPATE
Reye syndrome
Liver and Brain damage
Flu like symptoms caused by aspirin
Priority for meningitis
Administer ABX
then decrease stimuli - ICP
Infective Endocarditis
Fever
Malaise
Murmur
Myalgias
Arthralgias
Diaphoresis
Weight loss
Splinter Hemorrhages
NO FLUID
GERD
Avoid frequent meals
Avoid caffeine citrus
Position witH HOB elevated
Thicken formula
Acetaminophen
For children
